www.jchaney.com :: Jennifer Chaney Photography – Bay Area Family and Children’s Photographer

jenniferchaney — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 03:32:24 +0000

Whoops! Looks like you’ve stumbled upon my really old blog (and I mean REALLY old!) Please visit me at my new home:

www.jchaney.com

or you can go directly to my photography blog to see featured sessions and find out more information.

Thanks so much for tracking me down – hope to see you on the other site!

Warmly,

Jenniferm

Moving to a new blog

jenniferchaney — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 02:17:12 +0000

I am in the process of designing my new blog, so this one will sit unattended for a bit. I’ll post back with the link when I’m up and running!

And baby makes… 5?

jenniferchaney — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 05:33:40 +0000

Remember the “crazy kids” lifestyle session? Well those little nutters have a brand new baby sister, and she is SO incredibly sweet. She was 4 days old when we did this session and was such a little peanut. Since the parents already have two boys, this little girl is extra special! Here’s a sneak peek!

Getting ready for baby b!

jenniferchaney — Sun, 21 Sep 2008 05:01:23 +0000

This maternity session was supposed to happen last weekend, but needed to be bumped to yesterday. Luckily the little babe decided to hang on a bit longer, but I honestly thought we’d have to call the session, as mommy R and her doctor thought she’d go into labor at any moment! (p.s. this is one beautiful family!!)

Viva Arts Auction!

jenniferchaney — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 17:39:33 +0000

I’m so proud to donate a photography package to the Viva Arts Auction on Sept. 27th! There will be food, wine, art, and live music from the 40′s and 50′s (best musical era ever!) How can you not want to go? Plus I’m pretty sure Diablo Magazine will be there covering the event for their Faces section.

So if you’ve been thinking of a photography session with me, this is a great way to help out Walnut Creek’s Civic Arts Education Scholarship Foundation. My donation is a full custom session, an 11×14 gallery wrapped canvas, and an 8×10 print. Value: $460 Starting bid: $100 -hey, that’s awfully low! But since this is daughters preschool, it’s so worth it to me.

For tickets and more information: Viva Arts Auction

And you can find a full list of available auction items here: Friends of Civic Arts Education Foundation

Holiday Mini-Sessions!

jenniferchaney — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 04:46:32 +0000

09.24.08 UPDATE: I’m having to cancel the mini-sessions due to “full” session requests! I didn’t expect that to happen, but the people have spoken! Mini sessions will happen again in late spring…

At last! I’ve gotten all of my photo ducks in a row! There are only 8 slots available and I’ve got three of them tentatively booked. I know there is A LOT of interest in these babes, so be sure to check your calendar and book as soon as possible.

Did someone say mimosas and an old pick-up? For those who want a little fun in your photos, I’ve procured an amazing old truck from friends of ours that is just going to make these sessions pop! The truck is only available on the 11th, so if that’s what you’d like, call call call! This session will be in Walnut Creek.

Not to be out done by the first group, the second set of sessions will be in Moraga and have the beautiful golden light from the setting sun. What? Not enough? How about some wine and light h’our derves? Sounds perfect to me!

And last night I put the finishing touches on my Holiday cards. They are on my website by under ‘client proofing’ -password: Holiday08

The text is fully customizable and you will be able to select from a few sample sayings or create your own. Two edits are included with a small design fee for additional ones.

To book, call with credit card # and two time preferences. I will be emailing out my winter “what to wear” guide after booking.

New gallery mount upgrade options!

jenniferchaney — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 03:35:18 +0000

In my search to find the perfect frame for my custom storyboards, I was directed to these fabulous gallery mounts! Your storyboard is fused to a dense wood-like substance (not sure of the technical term!) and laminated. These come ready to hang and are finished with a beveled edge (white or black.) Even though there is an upgrade fee, it can be less than the cost of framing and matting, and the convenience of it all is so worth it.

Available in a 3/8″ gallery mount, 3/4″, and for a really modern look, try the 1 1/8″ shadow mount (the 3/8″ mount has a 3/4″ deep block attached to the back. The block is smaller than the gallery mounted picture, so it looks like it’s floating.)

As I get more samples, I will post pictures, but for now here are some of the 3/8″ gallery mount. Below are pics of the edges, the corners, and the back.

I also like these for pictures other than storyboards. I’m going to be getting a couple large shadow mounts for my sons room, and I’ll post pictures of those once I get them. Ahhh… one more thing to add to my ever growing to-do list!

Beautiful Baby E!

jenniferchaney — Sat, 30 Aug 2008 22:00:28 +0000

Daddy B, you’ve got your work cut out for you because the newest member of your family isn’t going to make your life any easier. You’ve already got one beautiful toddler to worry about, and now a precious new baby girl. I know my husband would be headin’ for the hills to lock ‘em up until they’re at least 30!

Enjoy your sneak peek – you’ll be hearing from me soon about the rest of them!

And this one just makes me smile! Sooo very sweet… (and didn’t edit this to make her smile… I just caught it in camera!)

Sneak Peek: San Francisco Sweetie!

jenniferchaney — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 14:14:03 +0000

Baby B was four weeks old and so very sweet! He was wide eyed and followed the camera wherever I went. I kinda like that… makes my job a lot easier! And for first time parents, these two were amazing. Just so relaxed and easy going. I honestly never would have known they had a newborn in their flat!

Mama C and Papa J, here’s a little look – and yes, I got “the shot”, but you have to wait to see it!

My little brag book

jenniferchaney — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 23:10:55 +0000

I used to carry very basic proof books, but recently started carrying sturdier, better looking 4×5 books. These are simple yet elegant. And since they are so fabulous, I needed a better name for them than “proof book”, so now I call them brag books! These are perfect for carrying around in your purse, and make a even better gifts.

Here are some pictures of a few from recent sessions, and you can see the unique rounded corners, thicker cover and back, and my fancy little customized cover shows a peek at some of the images held inside. I also include a name and date at the bottom that is just icing on the brag book cake! So far everyone who has gotten one just loves them and usually come back for an extra (or two!)